Luis Echezabal Named Director of International Sales at Turnberry Isle Miami

Seasoned Hospitality Management Executive Appointed to Oversee Leisure Sales of Iconic Miami Beach Hotel

. March 19, 2015

AVENTURA, FL - March 19, 2015 - Turnberry Isle Miami, the iconic Aventura resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis Echezabal as Director of International Sales. A seasoned hospitality leader, Echezabal has over 20 years of experience in the industry working with world renowned brands such as Marriott International and Carnival Cruise Lines.

In his new role, Echezabal will provide leadership and management for all leisure sales. He will work directly with the Director of Sales and Marketing to assist in the ongoing maintenance and development of all leisure and wholesale accounts. He will also represent the resort domestically and internationally at leisure sales events including trade shows, receptions, client dinners and sales calls.

Prior to joining Turnberry Isle Miami, Echezabal was the Director of Latin America Sales at Atlantis, Paradise Island, the largest resort in the Caribbean. He was also the Director of International Sales for Marriott International for over eight years and was responsible for the sales efforts at five iconic properties in South Florida including both JW Marriott Hotels and the Marriott properties in the Dadeland area. Recognized as a strong leader, Echezabal was nominated as 'Manager of the Quarter' and 'Manager of the Year' in 2004 and 2005 by Marriott International.

“Luis brings a wealth of domestic and international sales experience to Turnberry Isle Miami which made him a natural choice for this role,” said Ray Waters, President of Turnberry Isle Miami. “Luis is a true sales leader in the industry and we look forward to his knowledge and talent to help grow the sales team and contacts for the resort.”

Echezabal launched his career working with Carnival Cruise Lines, the largest cruise company in the world for over 15 years. At Carnival he held various leadership roles including International Business Development Director, International Product Manager and International Reservations Manager.

A native of South Florida, Echezabal majored in Political Science at Miami Dade College and continued his hospitality training at Johnson & Wales University with the “Coaching the Champions” management program developed by Carnival Cruise Lines and the University. Echezabal lives in Miami and in his free time enjoys spending time with his family and friends and discovering the local food scene in Miami.

About Turnberry Isle Miami

Tucked away on 300 tropical acres between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Turnberry Isle Miami is a Mediterranean-style retreat with a culture of authenticity, spirited service and enriching experiences. The resort is renowned for its two championship golf courses redesigned by Raymond Floyd, Celebrity Chef Scott Conant's new restaurant Corsair, Celebrity Chef Michael Mina's award-winning Bourbon Steak restaurant, three-story Spa & Fitness Center, the elite Cañas Tennis, three relaxing pools, 40,000 square feet of meetings space, beach club on the Atlantic and engaging kids camps all within reach of 408 spacious guest rooms and suites. An Autograph Collection property, Turnberry Isle Miami is a recent Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Hotel and recipient of Four Star Status for its award-winning Spa & Fitness Center. For more information or for reservations, call 1-866-612-7739 or visit www.turnberryislemiami.com. To receive regular updates and news, follow @TIsleMiami on Twitter and Like the Facebook page.

Business Contact:

Vanessa Morin
T: 727-741-3501
E: [email protected]

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